Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Today’s Green Tip from the Sierra Club: No Need for Speed

Today's Green Tip from the Sierra Club !

We know, we know: It's better to take public transit, or to walk or bike, than to drive. But for those times when driving simply can't be avoided, recall this week’s tips about ways to minimize your vehicle’s impact on the planet.

Tip #2: No Need for Speed

Not only does aggressive driving aggravate others: it also wastes gas. To prevent excess pollution (and to preserve others’ positive moods), drive within the speed limit, accelerate and brake gradually, and use cruise control on highways. Driving in a too-fast, herky-jerky way can lower gas mileage by 33 percent. Plus, your zen-like lack of road rage will clear the streets of psychological pollution too.

sometimes it is better to just ride on public transit.. but if you are in a hurry then it is better to use your own car..

Dropping your car down too much can cause body roll when turning which can cause your car too roll over the side walls of your tires and once again cause uneven wear, however body roll can be fixed with a larger rear sway bar to improve torsion on the springs.

Great! i really like your tips1 i am a fan of sierra club and now i can drive like rocket1thnaks for sharing nice tips !

"At BNSF, we believe that it is good business to minimize our impact on the planet and contribute to the long-term sustainability of the communities we serve,” said Craig Hill, vice president, BNSF Mechanical and Value Engineering.

The downside to public transport means that cars and motorbikes can, at times, be more flexible and offer an easier form of travel in the eyes of the commuter or traveller. However the green credentials are far less than attractive for anyone wanting to reduce their carbon footprint. And on the whole, there is a realistic public transport alternative to driving. The biggest challenge is changing our preconceptions.

I agree fully with what you are saying!

With current cost of fuel we need to try to conserve as much as possible.

It is better to have a walk or take a bike.  At least you can cut your transportation expense, spend time to exercise and minimize air pollution.  Back to the main topic, I believe it’s true.  You’ll be needing too much gas to accelerate your car.